Good Morning Guys! So I'm trying something different this week. I'm doing a full-blown 30-minute workshop on seed starting instead of my normal 5 to 10-minute video. Let me know what you think of this longer-form video, and I'm totally not offended if you watch it on 2x speed!! Happy Gardening!
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Also I will be around for the next couple of hours to answer questions in the comments.
@stephenmoberg88073 жыл бұрын
Excellent
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
@@stephenmoberg8807 Thanks!
@IVMRGREENXX3 жыл бұрын
can a container be too big? I was gonna use solo cups (16 oz). does this cause issues with root growth or the later stability of the plant?
@jolyndaj3 жыл бұрын
Excellent.
@hamiltonhome93903 жыл бұрын
One of my favorite videos. I thought the length was great.
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@mcfkennelly3 жыл бұрын
Length was perfect for a solid intro to seed starting. Thanks for the content, you are a talented teacher.
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
So nice of you
@juliekraft41023 жыл бұрын
This is great for all of the new gardeners that have joined the "gardening club",and the numbers are getting greater every day.👍
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
So Glad you liked it!!
@candacem.buyuklu34563 жыл бұрын
Finally, someone who doesn't think you need to spend hundreds of dollars on grow lights! My Dad was a fanatic gardener and had half of the basement set up with shop lights with the first sign of spring. Love this info-mercial, very informative and full of helpful ideas for the new as well as the "old" gardener. Thanks for this, have lots of things to do now!! :o)
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome! Glad you enjoyed the video.
@brondroid3 жыл бұрын
As a newer gardener, I think it was great to have this detailed break-down... I did know a good chunk of the info, but also definitely learned something new from each and every section/number!
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@antiquetalkingtoys4223 жыл бұрын
I've been gardening for years, starting seeds inside. Your video has shown me so much of where I have failed in seedlings, now I know why. Your video was wonderful, learned a lot.
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
So nice of you
@newtogardening36323 жыл бұрын
Awesome, I like the 30 min timing.
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Good to hear!
@amandaevensonthehappyhippi51103 жыл бұрын
This was great, easy to understand and follow and packed full of great tips and very helpful information.. thank you!
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@lisawilliams99803 жыл бұрын
I love your videos! I also love the longer video. You are giving free valuable information, so I don’t mind it being longer. You’re a great teacher.😊🌱
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@DS-pf8mw3 жыл бұрын
The longer videos are great.
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@KimberlyLoweWilliams2 жыл бұрын
Yes!!!! More longer videos for sure. Amazing 🌱
@StoneyAcresGardening2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@whatsup8483 жыл бұрын
I bought a heat mat to help my bread rise. Now using it for germination. Double duty.
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
They really do help!
@shilpa67953 жыл бұрын
Love the longer detailed format!
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Good to know!
@lindacampbell23293 жыл бұрын
I like all the steps in one video
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@michaelnemeth6893 жыл бұрын
You did a great job on the longer format. Thanks for the info.
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@Coconutoilcrazy3 жыл бұрын
I just came across your channel. I prefer shorter videos. Great info, thanks!
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them!
@LBC133 жыл бұрын
I appreciate all the thought & effort you put into this and all your videos. I’ve been looking for a video that explains all the steps instead of having to search for each step separately. This answered all my questions. Thank you!
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@ybly66272 жыл бұрын
Great presentation, Rick.
@StoneyAcresGardening2 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@heathernoelle8725 Жыл бұрын
Great video. I am getting back into gardening after 10+ years with other focuses - not only a good refresher but also new info to me. TX!
@StoneyAcresGardening Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@Yankeesista2033 жыл бұрын
You were absolutely fabulous! To the point! I have been gardening for over 20 yrs(z6a), but this is my real 1st season with seedlings in the garage greenhouse! I've learned and have been reinforced by this video. Thank you
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Wow! You are so kind! You are welcome!
@Jeff-rd6hb3 жыл бұрын
👍on the grow lights, Rick. I use T5 LED shop lights that I got online for $35 for 6 lights. They work great for seedlings & even some larger plants. Heck, I've got 5" tall, bushy pepper plants grown from seed under them right now(in solo cups, lol).
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Those t5's are a good choice, I've seen several people that have had great success with them.
@billiejoellis73933 жыл бұрын
Love this!!!
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
So glad you liked it!!
@user-li7fn4no3f7 ай бұрын
I like longer workshop!
@steveviau7159 Жыл бұрын
Long format❤❤❤❤❤
@gwenjenkins65153 жыл бұрын
This was great! I have lots to learn & found you gave me very helpful info. Thank you 😊
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@camillabarnes66783 жыл бұрын
very interesting and did not notice 30 minutes
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it.
@alicepettit1643 жыл бұрын
seen many on subject this is hitting crucial points, very encouraged
@suzannegilliam70353 жыл бұрын
You are a fantastic instructor! Thank you for all the great information!
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
You're very kind! Thanks for watching!
@theresasessions18793 жыл бұрын
Thank you , been looking for information about the seedlings and how often to fertilize 🌱
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@CoachRedRochelleStrauss Жыл бұрын
This is a great video. It covers everything! I look forward to starting!
@StoneyAcresGardening Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@tamararoberts93073 жыл бұрын
I use boiling hot water for my seed-starting mix to help kill harmful bacteria then let cool before using
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Great idea!
@farahreid49202 жыл бұрын
Love the longer format.
@StoneyAcresGardening2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Glad you like it
@IVMRGREENXX3 жыл бұрын
nice dude im literally opening my baker creek seeds delivery and watching this. gonna be a great season. cheers
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Have fun!
@twomoonsrising22153 жыл бұрын
I liked it,very informative. I learned a couple of things. Thanks
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@brittany10543 жыл бұрын
Refreshed my memory and was enjoyable to watch. I have been binge watching your content and it's great stuff. Love long informative content thank you a. Bunch!
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome!! Thanks for watching!!
@kathyperry14132 жыл бұрын
Loved the video! Soo much information and great prevention...5 stars!! Thank you.
@StoneyAcresGardening2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@nancyleague88623 жыл бұрын
This was an excellent course, the information was great and the 30 minute timing was just about right. Resist the desire to talk too much without sharing information. Best wishes
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@quintaviasmith6553 жыл бұрын
Perfect length for a step by step beginner like myself!
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@Grayson4life3 жыл бұрын
I loved it!! Absolutely one of the most informative seed starting videos I’ve seen!! Thanks!! More please!
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Thank you ! I have a whole 3 hour seed starting course if you are interested.
@janzebuski35593 жыл бұрын
Very informative & concise. Thx!
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@freebygrace183 жыл бұрын
Awesome info. I love how you break it down into such simple steps. It didn't feel like a 30 minute video at all. Thanks so much! I'm getting ready to start my seedlings very soon.
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@sherimcgill51393 жыл бұрын
Just what I needed. Thanks!
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@DS-pf8mw3 жыл бұрын
Good info, thanks for sharing.
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@charlotteseden93033 жыл бұрын
Love the 30 min and all the great tips. Will definitely watch more. Thanks
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
@takishasage-freebeautyzone3 жыл бұрын
I liked the layout of this video. I didn't feel like it was too long. Thanks for the reminders.😊
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!!
@bobbissell29103 жыл бұрын
Love it. We are dead serious on growing from seedlings. Wife already started heirloom seeds grow lights and have professional landscaper/ gardener designing our raised beds. Georgia clay is terrible for everything. Learning so much from you. Thank you sir.
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome!!
@fieldtrippin13 жыл бұрын
Best of luck to your plants!
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@aimeestauffer28443 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this video!
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome
@pascoprepper8053 жыл бұрын
Thank you for all the tips. I just started some seeds lastnight. Hopefully I am successful at this first attempt.
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Best of luck!
@teneshatheragood68313 жыл бұрын
I felt this video was very informative, and helped me to correct some mistakes that I was currently doing. Thank you for the information.
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@jacquiesuper22003 жыл бұрын
Very useful and I love the longer videos. I soak up any and all information you can give. Thanks so much.
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them!
@amandafigueiredo94733 жыл бұрын
Timing was good, and great information, enjoyed very much!!!
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@desertdaisy85843 жыл бұрын
Love the longer format! Thank you
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome
@peggycooper18653 жыл бұрын
Great concise seed starting. Thank you.
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
You bet!
@EllensAbundantLifeonLess3 жыл бұрын
Very informative. I enjoyed the video 👍
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it!
@loriwalker-brandon91633 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the timely video and I hope you get many, many more views. Very cost effective advice you've provided. I needed a refresher and this video did just that!
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@eunicemcdonaldknight41483 жыл бұрын
Awesome video! Just what I needed as just started planting.
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@kabochaandspice3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Keeping it simple
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@lynnoconnell6062 Жыл бұрын
Very useful info!
@StoneyAcresGardening Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@katyaarzet1253 жыл бұрын
Loved it thanks.
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@charmainewills36733 жыл бұрын
Great format and content 👌🏻👩🌾
@dreamcatchercreations_3 жыл бұрын
Awesome video! I like the video. Great information.
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@mindykautzman56553 жыл бұрын
Good information
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@reenagrover2250 Жыл бұрын
Great video! It is a must watch.
@StoneyAcresGardening Жыл бұрын
Glad you think so!
@pammickelson10223 жыл бұрын
Nice!
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@Flower_hoarder3 жыл бұрын
🌱🌿🌱GOOD INFO🌱🌿🌱
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for visiting
@elliestell2696 Жыл бұрын
Loved it! ❤
@StoneyAcresGardening Жыл бұрын
So glad!
@ecocentrichomestead67833 жыл бұрын
For grow lights, 5000K is good enough to grow plants. They are called "daylight" color lights and readily available at any hardware store.
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
I actually have warm white in mine, I don't know what the k is.
@ecocentrichomestead67833 жыл бұрын
@@StoneyAcresGardening k is for Kelvin. It refers to the color of tungsten when heated to 5000 Kelvin.
@OSGCourtWatch3 жыл бұрын
Most folks generally recommend 6500k lights...more blue spectrum than red though some red is fine...we have a garage sale shop light and use 4 6500k and 2 5000k bulbs...
@ecocentrichomestead67833 жыл бұрын
@@OSGCourtWatch yes, 6500k is best. However, they are specialty lights, whereas 5000k is enough and the lights are readily available in most places.
@thesartube3 жыл бұрын
What a great video! Thank you so much!
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@ChrisJCarter3 жыл бұрын
Very informative! Thanks.
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@terrybrown94273 жыл бұрын
Comprehensive into to seed starting. One thing I would add is some more specifics regarding lighting, e.g. recommended kelvins and lumens. 👍
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
That's the beauty of seedlings, You really don't need to worry about that. All you need is a couple of shop lights down close to your seedlings (1 -2 inches away) and you are good. Kelvins and lumens are only important if you are trying to bring plants to full maturity indoors. For seedlings, you don't need to fuss with it.
@laurabehenna79503 жыл бұрын
@@StoneyAcresGardening Good to know!
@rosedicamillo2353 жыл бұрын
Good to know thanks
@IandiBoats3 жыл бұрын
Very useful. Thanks
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@PatriciaT-Maryland3 жыл бұрын
Great information
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@blueheronhill3 жыл бұрын
I thought it hit all the important elements for starting seeds. Didn't think it was too long.
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!!
@DebunkTV3 жыл бұрын
Nice....
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@mammacass53113 жыл бұрын
I really liked the longer video lots of great information !!! Thank you. I do have to disagree with your statement about Coco coir being more sustainable
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'd love to know your reasons why?
@mammacass53113 жыл бұрын
@@StoneyAcresGardening It is my understanding that Pete Moss mined in Canada is very sustainable. But what is involved to process Coco coir is not sustainable to the environment or to the humans who are processing it.
@grannyfisher38633 жыл бұрын
This was very timely! I just purchased some materials to make up a seed-starting medium. First time for me! I used a recipe on another website, and bought vermiculite, perlite, peat moss, and lime. Is the lime unnecessary, then?
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Interesting, I'd never hear of using lime in a seed starting mix. I looked it up and the idea is that the lime will help balance out the PH of the mix. Peat moss is slightly acidic and the lime makes it neutral. I have been using the same mix for 10 + years and it does NOT have lime in it and it is peat moss based. So based on my experience I would say it really isn't necessary.
@grannyfisher38633 жыл бұрын
@@StoneyAcresGardening Thanks for your reply. I really appreciate the information you share.
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
@@grannyfisher3863 You're welcome!!
@sunflowerenvy113 жыл бұрын
In seed room in house you have plants stands . I want to know what is shelf spacing between each other that have shop light in them? And the chain length to raise and lower the light? And ty doing the vedio
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
My shelves are 30 inches apart and the chains are about 24 inches. But that is really more than I need. the spacing really just needs to be enough for the plants and lights to have enough space when the plants are taller. I would thing 24 inch spacing would be enough.
@sunflowerenvy113 жыл бұрын
@@StoneyAcresGardening ty
@myhusbandsrib3 жыл бұрын
What zone are you in? Thx so much for this video, very helpful!
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
We are in Zone 6b. I'm glad you enjoyed the video!
@myhusbandsrib3 жыл бұрын
@@StoneyAcresGardening yes, def a subby now! thx
@sensenisok3 жыл бұрын
Longer is great,,
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, glad you liked it!!
@KippyBippy503 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video...Great information! Perfect timing, just sat down with my calendar to plan. I'm fairly new at starting seeds indoors, so I got excited and started my tomatoes too soon. They are about 4-8 inches tall already, any advice on what to do with them? Should I pinch them back and pot them up? I do have a grow light. My last frost date is May 7th.
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
So you have a couple of options: 1. You could continue to pot them up as they grow and bury them deep each time you move up in pot size, but they are going to get big before May. 2. Another option would be to buy some Wall-O-Waters. They are water filled clotches that you can use to protect your tomatoes early. We put ours out 4 weeks early in them, but I know folks that do 6 weeks or more.
@KippyBippy503 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. I have Wall-O-Waters so I will take your suggestion and pot them up, then plant them early.
@ChickensandCanines3 жыл бұрын
Should we wash our old seed cells before reuse?
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
I like to, that can help keep disease issues down. I wash in a mix of 1 gallon of water with 1 tbs of bleach. Then I rinse the containers in fresh water before using.
@meshab60493 жыл бұрын
I live in MI and I can't seem to sustain my seeds indoors. I have grow lights and fans but I think my indoor conditions in spring aren't ideal for seed starting. The only thing that thrived indoors was zucchini otherwise I always lose seed starts, any advice?
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
I would have to see some photos and have more details on what plants and what happened to them to give you a good answer.
@dalecovercomedy3 жыл бұрын
You harden off in week 5 yeah? (Great job)
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Yes, but it depends on the weather. Usually I'm trying to harden the last week of their in pot time.
@dalecovercomedy3 жыл бұрын
Understood. Thank you!!!
@shant28853 жыл бұрын
How long are the lights on for? 12hrs on 12hrs off??
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
I do 16 on and 8 off.
@apiecemaker11633 жыл бұрын
Do you recommend cinnamon or vermiculite on top of seed starting mix to prevent knats? I’ve heard of this tip but starting seeds for the first time next week so I don’t know.
@StoneyAcresGardening3 жыл бұрын
Honestly I've never tried either one so I'm afraid I can't give you any advice on that one. Sorry.
@apiecemaker11633 жыл бұрын
@@StoneyAcresGardening no worries
@OSGCourtWatch3 жыл бұрын
Bottom watering should prevent any funGus gnat issues.
@apiecemaker11633 жыл бұрын
@@OSGCourtWatch thank you. I have been bottom watering my seedlings and so far, no problem.👩🌾💛🌻